This bill proposes to amend current statutes by adding a new section that outlines the responsibilities and liabilities of commercial river outfitters in the Grand Canyon National Park. Under the new provisions, a commercial river outfitter would not be required to mitigate the inherent risks associated with river trips, which can be contractually identified and agreed upon by both the outfitter and the participant. The bill grants immunity to outfitters from claims related to injuries or deaths arising from these inherent risks, while also allowing for the waiver of claims related to ordinary negligence if contractually agreed upon.

Additionally, the bill specifies that this immunity does not apply in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct by the outfitter. It also establishes conditions under which the immunity would not be valid, such as when the outfitter is aware of a hazardous condition and fails to disclose it to participants. Definitions for "commercial river outfitter" and "river trip" are included to clarify the scope of the bill's application. Overall, the proposed changes aim to provide legal protections for commercial river outfitters while ensuring accountability in cases of negligence or hazardous conditions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 12-588.04
House Engrossed Version: 12-558.04